Now that MightyB has stated, with quotes from others, his opinion I must agree with him. MMA fights can hardly be called "battles". The last thing someone wants to do in a battle is roll around on the ground. Yes, I have done these type of competitions myself in the past, but I would certainly not try to defend myself with MMA strategies.
Tournaments are for sport, PERIOD. As I mentioned, I have no desire to sponsor a tournament. It would be a waste of time for what I proposed a few posts above. Not even sure why this thread turned into an MMA/tournament type thread. Leitai videos I have seen from the distant past were nothing like the tournaments we see today.

Thanks to those who have sent me a private message. We will try to get something set up for July.

Richard